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"La Cupola" espresso maker
9095
Designed in the early 30s, the espresso
maker is the last true "invention" among the
various coffee making methods in use on
our planet. Characterized by quick
preparation, concentrated volume and the
intense aroma and flavor of the coffee
produced by passing water vertically
upwards through the coffee grounds
(Fig. 2), it does not just symbolize Italian
coffee, but has also become the typical
coffee making method in all the European
countries of the Mediterranean basin.
La Cupola was designed by Aldo Rossi in
1985.
The espresso maker is made of cast
aluminum with a polyamide handle. The
boiler has a thick flanged aluminum base
to guarantee even heat distribution and
shield the body from flame. The coffee
maker construction layout is shown in
Figure 1.
Available in three sizes: six cups (30 cl);
three cups (15 cl); or one cup (7 cl).
IMPORTANT
Aluminum is an excellent conductor of heat
and gives a characteristic flavor to espresso
made in La Cupola thanks to the seasoning
of the inner walls of the coffee maker with
a thin film of coffee. In gastronomic terms,
coffee prepared with La Cupola has a fuller
and more rounded flavor than that made
with a stainless steel coffee maker.
However, due to its physical characteristics,
aluminum is much more susceptible to
atmospheric impact than stainless steel: if
the coffee maker is not used daily it should
be disassembled and placed in a dry location.
When used again, the first batch of coffee
should be discarded in order to eliminate
any unpleasant flavor. In humid
environments small spots of oxidation may
appear on the body of the espresso maker
if not used for extended periods. These
spots in no way affect the quality of the
coffee produced.
ARTICLE NUMBERS BB9095 – CB9095
The material that covers the colored version
of La Cupola coffee maker (art. no. BB9095
– CB9095) was specially developed for use
in the home. Day to day knocks and impacts
will not peel off the coating from the
underlying aluminum, which will be
protected from the oxidizing effects of a
humid environment. For proper care, please
read the following instructions, and
remember that exposure to excessive heat
or the use of abrasive detergents may alter
the finish, without, however, affecting the
normal use of the coffee maker.
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Instructions
BEFORE USING THE ESPRESSO
MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME, wash
it out carefully with running water and
dish soap. Make and discard several batches
of coffee to eliminate any metallic taste.
FOR USE
FILL THE BOILER (A) with cold water
making sure the water level remains below
the safety valve (Fig. 3). Place the filter
funnel (B) into the boiler (A).
FILL the filter funnel (B) to the brim with
ground coffee and level it gently, without
excessive pressure (Fig. 4). We recommend
using coffee that is not too finely ground
so that the boiling water will flow through
easily but slowly and extract all the flavor.
MAKE SURE that the upper filter plate
(D) and the gasket (C) are properly seated
in the bottom of the upper body of the
coffee maker (E). Screw the upper body
(E) firmly onto the boiler (A) (Fig. 5).
PLACE THE COFFEE MAKER ON THE
BURNER. If you are using a gas burner,
we recommend keeping the flame low (Fig.
6), to preserve the rubber gasket, keep the
handle from being damaged and prevent
scorching and discoloration of the
aluminum.
As soon as the coffee has stopped
percolating up through the central column
in the upper part of the coffee maker (E),
remove the coffee maker from the heat.
Leaving the empty boiler on the burner
may result in permanent damage to the
coffee maker.
We advise STIRRING the coffee slowly
with a small spoon to evenly mix it since
the coffee bubbling up at the end tends to
be weaker than that percolating up at the
beginning. Pour the coffee into demitasses.
AFTER USE
Do not unscrew the coffee maker until it
has cooled down.
CLEANING
We advise against using the dishwasher for
cleaning purposes. Modern-day detergents
and additives and the high temperatures
reached during the wash cycle can cause
irreparable damage to the surface finish of
the product.
Disassemble the coffee maker and rinse all
its parts under running water. Dry carefully.
Never wash the coffee maker with soap
as this will alter the flavor of subsequent
coffees. We recommend storing La Cupola,
especially during extended periods of
disuse, disassembled, in a dry and well-
ventilated place, away from sources of
moisture.
IMPORTANT
The inside of the column, the funnel, the
filter plate, and the rubber gasket and its
seat should be carefully cleaned
periodically. Replace any worn parts.
REPLACEMENT PARTS:
Pieces B, C, D, H, I, L, M and N are
considered spare parts. In case of loss or
wear, contact your dealer indicating their
reference numbers:
Six-cup model: B -17703; C -29709; D -
17705; H+N/B - 24007; H+N/AZ - 24011;
L - 19660; M+I/B - 24005; M+I/AZ -
24009.
Three-cup model: B - 17702; C - 29708;
D - 17704; H+N/B - 24006; H+N/AZ -
24010; L - 19660; M+I/B - 24004; M+I/AZ
- 24008.
One-cup model: B - 17707; C - 29710; D
- 17706; H+N/B - 24019; H + N/AZ -
24018; L - 19660; M+I/B - 24016; M+I/AZ
- 24017.
A - Boiler; B - Filter Funnel; C - Rubber
Gasket; D - Upper Filter Plate; E - Upper
Body with Column; F - Cover; G - Brass
Hinge Pin; H - Knob Screw; I - Handle
Screw; L - Safety Valve; M1 - Black Handle;
M2 - Blue Handle; N1 - Black Knob; N2
- Blue Knob.